Supply Chain Contract Manager

About the role

Responsible for reviewing and preparing scheduled contract documents in accordance with department policy. This position manages specific contracts related to supplier relationships and performance, issue resolution, updates to the contract, and interaction with the field. Additionally, this role collaborates with sourcing managers, corporate associates, materials managers, hospital staff, the legal department, and suppliers to complete or enhance contracts. In addition, this position ensures contracts meet the needs of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes a strong knowledge base of contract structures, terms, conditions, risk mitigation, and the proper execution and inclusion of legal and business requirements
• Initiates tasks related to contract award decisions, reviews data analysis, and determines contract strategy to be taken with suppliers
• Processes scheduled supply, services, or equipment categories for analysis and contract awards, completing all necessary steps and paperwork
• Manages supplier relationships through interviews and data analytics, compares expected to actual results, and engages suppliers to resolve issues related to pricing and/or performance
• Researches questions from hospitals and affiliates on contracts, products, services, equipment, pricing, distribution, and more; engages appropriate resources for assistance and communicates accurate responses
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and cross-functional team members
• Prepares and manages a complex database of equipment projects, tracking action request forms from initial entry through the life cycle of procurement or project completion
• Acts as a liaison between campus leaders and project coordinators, maintaining awareness of project status and any potential delays or concerns
• Conducts meetings at director level and above to ensure project team operates within scope and budget
• Reviews available resources to maintain knowledge of allocation and re-evaluates current resources to determine project surplus and shortfalls
• Negotiates contract pricing and terms for contracts
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing [Required]
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel [Required]
• Strong knowledge of contract structures, terms, conditions, risk mitigation, and the execution of business and legal requirements that protect the organization [Required]
• Broad knowledge of business, financial, and performance terms related to completing effective contracts [Required]
• Demonstrated ability to review data, identify opportunity or error, and effectively act on those results [Required]
• Thorough knowledge of products, services, and equipment used in the healthcare sector and the suppliers in these spaces [Preferred]
• Knowledge of supply chain logistics [Required]
• Ability to complete analysis and determine best course of action [Required]
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to multitask priorities while meeting project deadlines [Required]
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral, written, and presentation) skills to persuade and guide the decision process [Required]
• Ability to interact with a high degree of professionalism with outside vendors and all levels of internal customers (line staff to senior vice president) [Required]
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team [Required]
• Ability to serve as a role model/mentor to staff [Required]
• Knowledge of hospital products for specific service lines i.e., Operating Room (OR), Cath Lab, Surgery, Radiology, Facilities, etc. [Preferred]

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree [Required]
• Master's degree [Preferred]
• 3+ years of experience working in supply chain or materials management [Required]
• 5+ years of experience working in supply chain [Required]
• 5+ years previous experience in healthcare [Preferred]
• Contract Management experience [Preferred]
• Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) [Preferred]

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

$73,507.20 - $136,739.20

Schedule

Full time, Day shift

Location

893 HOPE WAY, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32714

Physical Requirements

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